Ryanair passengers are being warned to brace for disruptions this week and throughout the summer. The budget airline has alerted travellers to potential long queues at London Stansted Airport and flight delays due to factors beyond its control.
In a statement, Ryanair advised passengers departing from London Stansted on Monday, 15 July, to arrive at the airport with ample time to navigate the extended security queues. The airline emphasized, “Passengers who do not have any bags to check in should head straight to security when they arrive at the airport. We regret any inconvenience caused to passengers by these extended security queues, which are completely outside of Ryanair’s control.”
Ryanair also reiterated its ongoing warning of “excessive delays” expected this summer due to European Air Traffic Control (ATC) staff shortages. The airline stated, “Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, on Monday, 15 July, apologized to its passengers for the excessive flight delays caused by European ATC staff shortages today, which are affecting all European airlines.
The ATC services have faced challenges despite no French ATC strike disruptions this summer, with flight volumes still five per cent behind 2019 levels. Ryanair reported that 19 per cent of its first wave departures on Monday (106 of 582 aircraft) were delayed due to ATC staff shortages. The airline described these repeated flight delays as “unacceptable” and expressed deep regret over the situation, stressing that it was beyond their control.
Passengers are encouraged to allow extra time for their journeys and to stay informed about the latest updates. Ryanair continues to work with the relevant authorities to minimize disruptions and ensure a smoother travel experience for its customers.
Travel Advisories for Popular Destinations
In related news, Britons travelling to popular destinations are advised to stay aware of potential disruptions. For instance, visitors to Morocco have been cautioned about possible protests and demonstrations, particularly in large cities. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office advised, “Protests and demonstrations could occur across the country, particularly in large cities, often without warning. While authorized protests are generally peaceful, unauthorized ones have sometimes led to clashes between protesters and police.”
Travellers are encouraged to avoid political gatherings and follow local news and instructions from security officials to minimize the risk of disruption.
For the latest travel updates and advisories, passengers can check Ryanair’s official website and travel apps.
